15 days after the surgery, why is my nipple scabbing and peeling off? My surgeon said it's normal

Thank you for your question.
It sounds normal. Hard to say without a photo or in person evaluation. Schedule an appointment with your surgeon to have your breasts looked at. Best wishes!

hi and congratulations on your recent procedure! Without photos it is hard to determine the reason or diagnose the issue. Sometimes scabbing can occur by the incision. Although nipple necrosis is rare, it is a risk associated with breast reductions. I recommend following up with your surgeon on a regular basis so he/she can address your concerns. 

Dear teeteeton,Nipple loss is a rare but possible complication after breast reduction surgery. Sometimes your nipple will become swollen and inflamed, but that does not mean the nipple is sloughing. Follow-up with your plastic surgeon, who should be able to guide you.Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.

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Dear teeteeton,
I understand your concern but peeling can occur after surgery. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD

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Hello! Thank you for your question. What you're describing could be caused by a number of things. So it's difficult to know what's going on without seeing a photograph or examining you in person. If you're concerned about the appearance of your nipple/areola (which I suspect you are), you should follow up with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Crusting and scabbing may be a sign of insufficient blood supply to the nipple....or could simply represent superficial epidermal peeling. Photographs would be helpful. 
If you are concerned about the appearance of the nipple, it may be wise to revisit your surgeon to ensure a satisfactory recovery from surgery and to ease your mind.
Best wishes...